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  1. 9 hours ago, ProspectiveGrad21 said:

    So I am not sure if the person that posted that they got an interview invite actually got it from BBS. There's another person who said they got an invite from Harvard BMS-Immunology, so idk if that's even really bbs too(?)

    Harvard does have a separate Immunology PhD program that is apart from BBS, so I figured maybe it's that. Historically, Harvard BBS invites come out all on the same day which is why I was skeptical when only one person posted.

    Yeah I think you might be right. I also wondered about the immunology part but then one poster just straight up said BBS, which is why I figured I would ask on the forum because if invites had gone out surely someone here would have heard from them. Looks like no one has so maybe it was a different program after all. Unclench.

  2. 38 minutes ago, Neuromantic said:

    I'm torn. I do think that it's early to be receiving notice, but I'm also nervous since certain programs have already started to contact applicants. I applied to UMich PIBS/Neuro, UNC BBSP/Neuro, Emory Neuro, UMinn NGP, Mount Sinai BMS/Neuro (I currently work here), and UConn P&N. Also considering Temple (their app is due in Feb.)

    We got this- no matter what happens! ❤️ 

     

    I always think that when its me its going to be the worst case scenario but when others are in the same boat I have literally no doubt its going to work out great for them, how could it not? ?

    You'll hear back soon, I am sure of it! Good news is coming!

  3. 1 hour ago, hopefulimmunologist said:

    I applied to Vanderbilt IGP! Still waiting to hear back. I also just heard back from UPenn IGG (got an interview!), so maybe the BMB program will get back soon too? 

     

    1 hour ago, immunolover said:

    I applied to Harvard BBS and Penn BGS (just heard from Penn!). I didn't apply to Vandy. Really hoping to hear from Harvard soon ?

    Ooh exciting! Congrats on your interviews for Penn you both! :)I haven't heard anything yet, I applied to the BMB track. If anyone from the same track has heard please let me know!

     

  4. 1 hour ago, prayingforamiracle said:

    There’s a lot to do, but I’m still fixated on refreshing graduate and my inbox ? I need to wrap up another SOP, prepare for interviews (in the hopes that I’ll get one anyway lol), and apply for jobs too.

    Fret not, last minute panic is the cure to all meandering distractions, haha. Def prepare for interviews, I'm sure there is a barrage of invitations just around the corner :)

    1 hour ago, prayingforamiracle said:

    I’m applying for microbiology and immunology programs, and I’m super passionate about the gut microbiome! Even though I haven’t done research on it specifically, I’ve seen its impact on my life, and I hope I get the opportunity to study it. Problem is, it’s the top unis that do research in this field, so even though I’m applying to lower rank universities, I don’t think my enthusiasm shines as much as the ones that have microbiome research ?

    Thats really cool, its a very hot and spicy field too! I think your enthusiasm definitely comes through, and its a very important factor to be able to see a PhD through. I am sure your top choices will be able to see it!

     

    1 hour ago, prayingforamiracle said:

    So have you applied to just 3 universities or have you gone for more? In my case, I’m totally not confident so I’m applying to around 15 ? 

    3 in the US, but 10 in total. Only five submitted so far but kinda like you I am busy daydreaming about skipping down the places I have applied to instead of focusing on my upcoming applications ?

  5. 1 hour ago, prayingforamiracle said:

    Same here!! I keep thinking about the BBS program all day and all night ? I’m so passionate about the program and the research there that I’m praying my SOP reflects my enthusiasm. I’m banking on Harvard’s ability to see potential and take a risk on some people rather than other unis’ hardline qualifications. That’s why I didn’t apply to too many top tier unis anyway.

    I feel so seen ? I keep thinking about it all day too and I am also hoping my enthusiasm comes across! I am hopeful it will, for both you and I :)

     

    1 hour ago, prayingforamiracle said:

    praying for a miracle. 

    Haha username checks out. Did you hear this from the AdCom? Seems feasible, since last time interview invites were sent around the 20th, but quite a few places are being delayed because of the extra volume of applicants this year so let's see. It would be nice if its before Christmas break, I think I would go mad checking the portal otherwise, despite knowing full well that nothing will change till they reopen.

    I am interested in proteostasis and related fields! What about you?

  6. 50 minutes ago, prayingforamiracle said:

    I applied to Harvard’s BBS and Vanderbilt’s IGP! The anxiety is real for these applications. I was going to apply for UPenn but I knew I didn’t stand a chance anyway

    Ooh good to hear from someone waiting to hear back from the same places! I am fairly confident I don't have shot at any of these places but the heart wants what it shouldn't. ?

    Still, hopefully there is some good news around the corner for us. Good luck and please let us know if you hear back from these programs!

  7. 14 hours ago, rmg20 said:

    I applied to the Harvard BBS program and attached my unofficial transcripts instead of my official transcripts. Is my application toast? What do you think I should do? 

    I applied to BBS too, and on the portal they specifically ask for unprotected transcript pdfs, and say they will request official hard copies after admissions, so I am fairly confident you and I have done the right thing!

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